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Category: Cybersecurity.

Every article we've published under "Cybersecurity".

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How malware has evolved over time

Malware has transformed dramatically over the decades—from harmless pranks like The Creeper and Elk Cloner to sophisticated ransomware attacks like WannaCry and Lockbit. Key moments include the rise of phishing, the birth of botnets, the shift to cryptocurrency payments, and the emergence of ransomware-as-a-service. Understanding these milestones is crucial to defending against today’s evolving cyber threats.

14 April 20258 min read

Risk Management

The True Cost of Delayed Remediation in Vendor Risk Management

Delayed remediation doesn’t just expose your organization to risk—it multiplies it. In this post, we break down the financial, regulatory, and reputational consequences of slow vendor risk response—and show how continuous monitoring and real-time remediation can help you stay audit-ready, resilient, and in control.

29 May 20254 min read

Cybersecurity

1 in 4 Employees Loses their job after Compromising their company’s Security

New research reveals that 1 in 4 employees lost their job after compromising their company’s security, often due to phishing scams or sending emails to the wrong recipients. Workplace stress, distraction, and hybrid environments are major contributors to these mistakes. Companies can reduce risks by promoting regular breaks, minimizing cognitive fatigue, and educating employees on cybersecurity threats. RiskXchange offers solutions to strengthen data protection and mitigate cyber risks.

19 April 20253 min read

Risk Management

Machine Learning for Vendor Risk Scoring: Moving Beyond Static Assessments in 2026

Traditional vendor risk assessments can't keep pace with today's threat landscape. Discover how machine learning for vendor risk scoring replaces static questionnaires with continuous, AI-driven monitoring, real-time security insights, and predictive risk intelligence—helping organisations strengthen third-party resilience, streamline vendor oversight, and make faster, data-driven decisions in 2026.

30 June 202616 min read

Risk Management

Integrating TPRM with SIEM: A Strategic Guide for the Modern SOC

Learn how integrating TPRM with SIEM helps security teams turn vendor risk data into actionable threat intelligence. Discover how real-time risk ratings, automated alerts, and AI-driven monitoring improve incident response, reduce supply chain risk, and strengthen SOC operations with continuous third-party visibility.

29 June 202616 min read

Risk Management

Continuous Third-Party Risk Monitoring: From Static Checklists to Real-Time Resilience

Continuous third-party risk monitoring has become essential in 2026 as annual vendor assessments leave organisations exposed to vulnerabilities for most of the year. With third parties now responsible for 30% of all data breaches and the average US breach cost reaching $10.22 million, static questionnaires and manual spreadsheets can no longer provide meaningful protection. This guide explores how AI-native monitoring frameworks deliver real-time visibility into vendor ecosystems, helping organisations identify technical risks, automate compliance evidence collection, and reduce alert fatigue through actionable intelligence. By shifting from periodic audits to continuous oversight, businesses can establish quantifiable security baselines, strengthen regulatory compliance, and build a resilient supply chain capable of adapting to an increasingly volatile threat landscape.

29 May 202616 min read